Did you know the Mendik Library has a very liberal food and drink policy?  To help maintain it, we need everyone’s cooperation.  Drinks are permitted only in spill-proof containers (e.g., bottles with caps, commuter mugs or tumblers with secure lids, etc.)  Spill-proof NYLS mugs are always available at the circulation desk for $5.00. Library staff […]

We love allowing our students to bring their coffee (and other drinks) into the Library, a tradition that will continue alongside our New Year’s resolution to permit only those drinks arriving (and remaining) in spill-proof containers.  Our NYLS Mugs–available at the Circulation Desk for $5–are perfect in that role!  Bottoms up!

April 22 marks Earth Day’s 45th anniversary with the theme of “It’s our turn to lead.”  Did you know that the original symbol of Earth Day was created by artist and cartoonist Ron Cobb in 1969?  According to legend, it was created as a combination of the letters e and o, from the words environment […]

Continuing with its A Billion Acts of Green® movement, a “people-powered campaign to generate a billion acts of environmental service and advocacy . . .” that began in 2011, the folks at the Earth Day Network are now looking to reach 2 Billion Acts of Green. The total reported as of the morning of April 19, 2013 was […]

Are you sometimes grossed out when you use the computers in the library labs?  Well, you’re not alone!  Here’s an excerpt from an email a student sent us during finals time:  “Dear [library administrators]:    “… Do you happen to know whether the maintenance staff cleans the    computer lab keyboards each night? I’ve noticed several times when     I’m […]

For those Library patrons who tend to minimize the impact of spilled coffee, read about the nightmare that ensued on a United Airlines flight last year from Chicago to Frankfurt, Germany.  The Wall Street Journal report is here. If you’d rather watch than read, check out the referenced movie, Fate is the Hunter.  Follow Glen […]

For those of you who have been complying with the library’s Food and Drink Policy, thank you. Some limits on the food and drink allowed in the library are necessary to keep our beautiful new building clean and comfortable for many years to come. Remember: All beverages, excluding water, must be in spill-proof mugs. This […]

For those Library patrons who tend to minimize the impact of spilled coffee, read about the nightmare that ensued on a recent United Airlines flight from Chicago to Frankfurt, Germany.  The Wall Street Journal report is here. If you’d rather watch than read, check out the referenced movie, Fate is the Hunter.  Follow Glen Ford […]

Would spill-proof mugs have helped BP?  You decide.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AAa0gd7ClM We know they help here.  Please use them and keep the library free of spills and stains. Thanks.   And best of luck with your remaining exams.  

Now’s your chance to own this year’s hottest library accessory at half the usual cost. Wednesday through Friday of this week you can buy the official Mendik Library mug for just $1.00. It is a must-have (literally) if you want to enjoy your coffee or other beverage in the library. Pick yours up at the […]